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Biggamefish
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Cresting Arrows
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January 16, 2013, 07:54:00 PM »
I am just getting into making my arrows. I want to start cresting useing paint. My question is after painting do you have to seal your arrows with a poly or is it just for a look?
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Mike Vines
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Re: Cresting Arrows
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January 16, 2013, 08:04:00 PM »
If you want it to last, the best thing to do is apply some type of clear coat overtop of it. Do a search on here to find out what paints work with what finishes. I use Testors paint (model car paint) and a water based clear coat. Some guys have awesome success with sharpie markers, and others like waterbased paints. Good luck, and post up some pictures when your done.
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lpcjon2
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Re: Cresting Arrows
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January 16, 2013, 08:10:00 PM »
X2 what Mike said I have used water based floor poly(in a dip tube) and minwax wipe on poly.The key is what works with what paint. And dry time is also very important on both the cresting and the poly part.
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grayfeather
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Re: Cresting Arrows
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January 17, 2013, 11:03:00 AM »
I use testor paints from the hobby store, seems to work better than any archery stuff.It seems tobe the hardest and goes on better.Also i do not clear coat after.I do not think there is much you can put over your cresting that will stop a smug when hit by an arrow.It also adds weight,about 20 grains.Try both ways see what YOU like.
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stagetek
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January 17, 2013, 12:06:00 PM »
I use all Bohning paints, and have never used anything to seal them. A certain amount of wear and tear is unavoidable.
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The Whittler
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Re: Cresting Arrows
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January 17, 2013, 09:24:00 PM »
If you don't seal the paint will get a little sticky in hot weather.
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reddogge
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January 17, 2013, 09:59:00 PM »
Sealing will make the cresting job hold up better.
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Re: Cresting Arrows
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January 18, 2013, 12:54:00 PM »
I use testors for cresting (so many color options and goes on great). Let it dry 24 hours and then dip the crown and crest in water based poly a couple times before fletching.
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You should give snake skins a try. Be cerative and most importantly, have fun.
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